Perry High School is a public high school in Perry Township, Ohio, United States near Massillon. It is the only public high school in the Perry Local School District in Stark County.
Serving 1,475 students in grades 9-12, Perry High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Perry High School's student population of 1,475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
White, Black
School Rankings
Perry High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1267 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
87%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry High School's ranking?
Perry High School is ranked #1267 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Perry High School often compared to?
Perry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry High School?
The graduation rate of Perry High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Perry High School?
1,475 students attend Perry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Perry High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perry High School?
Perry High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Perry High School offer ?
Perry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry High School part of?
Perry High School is part of Perry Local School District.
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